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Engineering Project Manager roles in the United States are accessible through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the engineering firm or construction company serves as your host employer.
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Location: Hatfield, PA | Onsite
Start Date: June 2027 | Program Duration: 2 Years
What Is the Leadership Development Program?
The Clemens Food Group Engineering Leadership Development Program is a two-year rotational experience designed to prepare emerging early career professionals for long-term careers and future leadership opportunities within our organization.
Through hands-on assignments, cross-functional projects, mentorship, and cohort-based development sessions, you will strengthen your technical, leadership, and problem-solving capabilities while gaining a broad understanding of food manufacturing and the Clemens Food Group business.
About Engineering at Clemens Food Group
Our Engineering team turns ideas into practical solutions that help our operations run safely, efficiently, reliably, and sustainably. From designing production systems and managing capital investments to improving processes and equipment performance, Engineering plays an essential role in the continued growth of our manufacturing network.
As an Engineering LDP participant, you will gain experience across multiple engineering disciplines while contributing to meaningful projects with measurable business impact. The program will help you build the technical knowledge, operational understanding, and leadership foundation needed for a successful engineering career within food manufacturing.
What Makes This Program Different
- Meaningful Project Ownership: Contribute to engineering projects from concept through implementation while learning to manage scope, timelines, budgets, safety, and results.
- Cross-Functional Experience: Partner with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Finance, and Food Safety and Quality Assurance teams to solve business and manufacturing challenges.
- Learning on the Production Floor: Gain firsthand experience with manufacturing equipment, processes, and team member needs.
- Leadership Development: Participate in workshops, mentorship, plant tours, and cohort activities designed to strengthen your communication, business acumen, and leadership capabilities.
Your Engineering Rotations
During the two-year program, you will rotate through areas that provide broad exposure to Engineering and manufacturing operations:
- Process Engineering and Continuous Improvement: Evaluate manufacturing processes, production flow, layouts, and performance data to identify opportunities that improve safety, quality, throughput, efficiency, and waste reduction. Participate in daily and weekly performance meetings and help drive improvement actions.
- Project Engineering: Support capital projects from initial concept and business justification through design, installation, startup, and completion. Work with internal teams, vendors, and contractors to coordinate project requirements, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
- Reliability Engineering: Partner with Maintenance and Operations to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and strengthen preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. Apply tools such as overall equipment effectiveness, failure mode and effects analysis, and root cause analysis.
Skills You Will Build
- Capital project planning and execution
- Manufacturing process analysis and optimization
- Equipment reliability and maintenance strategies
- Technical problem-solving and data analysis
- Budget, timeline, and vendor coordination
- Cross-functional communication and influence
- Leadership within a manufacturing environment
Who We Are Looking For
- Students graduating in December 2026 or May 2027 with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering
- Strong preference for candidates with applied engineering experience demonstrated through internships, co-ops, technical projects, design teams, or engineering-related club leadership
- Demonstrated leadership through academics, employment, campus involvement, or community activities
- Strong analytical, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Interest in building a career in manufacturing engineering
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced pork production environment that may include temperature changes and unique sights, sounds, and smells
- Available to begin full-time employment in June 2027
We encourage candidates to apply early. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the posting may close before Friday, December 11, 2026, if the program cohort is filled.
Agency Statement
Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.
Disclaimer & EEOC Statement:
It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.
Engineering Leadership Development Program
Location: Hatfield, PA | Onsite
Start Date: June 2027 | Program Duration: 2 Years
What Is the Leadership Development Program?
The Clemens Food Group Engineering Leadership Development Program is a two-year rotational experience designed to prepare emerging early career professionals for long-term careers and future leadership opportunities within our organization.
Through hands-on assignments, cross-functional projects, mentorship, and cohort-based development sessions, you will strengthen your technical, leadership, and problem-solving capabilities while gaining a broad understanding of food manufacturing and the Clemens Food Group business.
About Engineering at Clemens Food Group
Our Engineering team turns ideas into practical solutions that help our operations run safely, efficiently, reliably, and sustainably. From designing production systems and managing capital investments to improving processes and equipment performance, Engineering plays an essential role in the continued growth of our manufacturing network.
As an Engineering LDP participant, you will gain experience across multiple engineering disciplines while contributing to meaningful projects with measurable business impact. The program will help you build the technical knowledge, operational understanding, and leadership foundation needed for a successful engineering career within food manufacturing.
What Makes This Program Different
- Meaningful Project Ownership: Contribute to engineering projects from concept through implementation while learning to manage scope, timelines, budgets, safety, and results.
- Cross-Functional Experience: Partner with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Finance, and Food Safety and Quality Assurance teams to solve business and manufacturing challenges.
- Learning on the Production Floor: Gain firsthand experience with manufacturing equipment, processes, and team member needs.
- Leadership Development: Participate in workshops, mentorship, plant tours, and cohort activities designed to strengthen your communication, business acumen, and leadership capabilities.
Your Engineering Rotations
During the two-year program, you will rotate through areas that provide broad exposure to Engineering and manufacturing operations:
- Process Engineering and Continuous Improvement: Evaluate manufacturing processes, production flow, layouts, and performance data to identify opportunities that improve safety, quality, throughput, efficiency, and waste reduction. Participate in daily and weekly performance meetings and help drive improvement actions.
- Project Engineering: Support capital projects from initial concept and business justification through design, installation, startup, and completion. Work with internal teams, vendors, and contractors to coordinate project requirements, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
- Reliability Engineering: Partner with Maintenance and Operations to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and strengthen preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. Apply tools such as overall equipment effectiveness, failure mode and effects analysis, and root cause analysis.
Skills You Will Build
- Capital project planning and execution
- Manufacturing process analysis and optimization
- Equipment reliability and maintenance strategies
- Technical problem-solving and data analysis
- Budget, timeline, and vendor coordination
- Cross-functional communication and influence
- Leadership within a manufacturing environment
Who We Are Looking For
- Students graduating in December 2026 or May 2027 with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering
- Strong preference for candidates with applied engineering experience demonstrated through internships, co-ops, technical projects, design teams, or engineering-related club leadership
- Demonstrated leadership through academics, employment, campus involvement, or community activities
- Strong analytical, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Interest in building a career in manufacturing engineering
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced pork production environment that may include temperature changes and unique sights, sounds, and smells
- Available to begin full-time employment in June 2027
We encourage candidates to apply early. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the posting may close before Friday, December 11, 2026, if the program cohort is filled.
Agency Statement
Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.
Disclaimer & EEOC Statement:
It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Engineering Project Manager
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Engineering Project Manager roles typically require a degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering. Confirm your foreign credential equivalency before approaching host employers, since designated sponsors assess degree relevance when approving your DS-2019 training plan.
Draft a training plan tied to engineering milestones
Designated sponsors require a detailed Training Plan (DS-7002) outlining specific project management competencies you'll develop. Structure yours around phases like scheduling, procurement oversight, and risk assessment to demonstrate clear learning objectives tied to real engineering deliverables.
Target host employers with active infrastructure portfolios
Engineering firms running multi-year infrastructure, energy, or commercial construction projects are likelier to invest in J-1 visa trainees because project timelines exceed the typical visa window. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers posting Engineering Project Manager roles with J-1 visa program alignment.
Verify host employer eligibility before accepting offers
Your host employer must agree to comply with all sponsor requirements, including maintaining a supervision plan and submitting to site visits. Confirm they've hosted J-1 trainees before or are willing to complete the required compliance documentation your designated sponsor will request.
Understand the two-year home residency requirement early
If your home country government funded your exchange or appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may face a two-year home residency requirement before qualifying for H-1B visa or green card status. Identify this before signing an offer, since it affects post-program career planning significantly.
Secure prevailing wage documentation before your start date
While J-1 trainees aren't subject to DOL prevailing wage certification the way H-1B workers are, your designated sponsor will verify that compensation is commensurate with the role. Cross-reference the OFLC Wage Search for Engineering Project Manager wage levels in your target city.
Engineering Project Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Engineering Project Manager role?
It depends on your career stage. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies and allows up to 12 months of practical training. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or are an early-career professional, the Trainee category fits and allows up to 18 months. The Trainee category is more common for Engineering Project Manager placements since the role typically requires prior industry exposure.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as an Engineering Project Manager?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 form and acts as your official visa sponsor. Common designated sponsors for professional trainees include Cultural Vistas and AIPT. Your engineering employer is the host organization, not the sponsor. This distinction matters because the designated sponsor is legally responsible for your program compliance, not the firm you're working for.
How do I find engineering firms that are open to hosting J-1 trainees?
Many engineering and construction firms don't advertise J-1 trainee positions publicly, so direct outreach matters. Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers posting Engineering Project Manager roles with J-1 program compatibility. Focus on firms running long-duration projects in infrastructure, energy, or commercial development, since those employers have the most incentive to bring on trainees for the full program window.
What does the DS-7002 training plan need to cover for this role?
The DS-7002 must map your learning objectives to specific engineering competencies across the placement period. For an Engineering Project Manager role, your plan should detail phases covering scheduling methodologies, subcontractor coordination, cost tracking, and project closeout procedures. Designated sponsors review this document closely, and vague plans are a common reason applications are delayed or returned for revision.
Can the two-year home residency requirement block me from staying in the U.S. after my J-1 program?
Yes, if your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List or if your exchange was funded by your home government or a U.S. government agency, you'll be subject to INA Section 212(e), which requires you to return home for two years before changing to H-1B or green card status. A waiver is possible through USCIS but requires a qualifying basis such as exceptional hardship or a no-objection statement from your home country. Identify your status before accepting any offer.